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Which human gene is known as the tumor suppressor gene p53?
Quick Answer
TP53 is the gene best known for encoding the p53 tumor-suppressor protein. It is often called the 'guardian of the genome.'
The Full Story
TP53 is one of the most important cancer-related genes in humans. It produces the p53 protein, which helps stop damaged cells from dividing, repair DNA, or trigger cell death if the damage is too severe. Because of this protective role, TP53 is mutated in many human cancers. Inherited TP53 mutations can also cause Li-Fraumeni syndrome, a rare condition that greatly increases cancer risk.
Key Facts
1.TP53 encodes the p53 protein
2.It is called the 'guardian of the genome'
3.Mutations are common in human cancers
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